Principal Backend Developer (Java) at Capco

<p data-start="132" data-end="263"><strong data-start="132" data-end="169">Principal Backend Engineer – Java</strong><br data-start="169" data-end="172">Location: Edinburgh (Hybrid) |&nbsp;<strong data-start="200" data-end="217">Practice Area</strong>: Technology &amp; Engineering | Type: Permanent</p> <p data-start="265" data-end="373"><strong data-start="265" data-end="373">Architect the next generation of financial platforms. Lead with Java expertise. Deliver impact at scale.</strong></p> <p data-start="375" data-end="771"><strong data-start="375" data-end="387">The Role</strong><br data-start="387" data-end="390">We’re looking for a Principal Backend Engineer (Java) to join our Technology &amp; Engineering team. This leadership-level role calls for deep technical acumen, a security-first mindset, and strong coaching capabilities. You’ll architect cloud-native backend systems, shape our engineering standards, and mentor teams to deliver high-performance platforms for global financial clients.</p> <p data-start="375" data-end="771">This role will sit in our Scotland office, with a need to potentially work in either Glasgow or Edinburgh depending on client expectations.</p> <p data-start="773" data-end="791"><strong data-start="773" data-end="791">What You’ll Do</strong></p> <ul data-start="792" data-end="1276"> <li data-start="792" data-end="892"> <p data-start="794" data-end="892">Lead the design and development of secure, scalable backend systems using Java 11+ and Spring Boot</p> </li> <li data-start="893" data-end="997"> <p data-start="895" data-end="997">Architect distributed microservices and event-driven systems deployed to public cloud (preferably AWS)</p> </li> <li data-start="998" data-end="1089"> <p data-start="1000" data-end="1089">Guide technical decision-making across teams and align solutions to enterprise strategies</p> </li> <li data-start="1090" data-end="1173"> <p data-start="1092" data-end="1173">Champion engineering excellence, continuous improvement, and a test-first culture</p> </li> <li data-start="1174" data-end="1276"> <p data-start="1176" data-end="1276">Coach developers, shape delivery processes, and influence broader engineering practices across Capco</p> </li> </ul> <p data-start="1278" data-end="1304"><strong data-start="1278" data-end="1304">What We’re Looking For</strong></p> <ul data-start="1305" data-end="1759"> <li data-start="1305" data-end="1386"> <p data-start="1307" data-end="1386">Expertise in Java 11/17+, Spring Boot, and AWS-based enterprise cloud solutions</p> </li> <li data-start="1387" data-end="1485"> <p data-start="1389" data-end="1485">Proven track record architecting secure, scalable services using microservices and CQRS patterns</p> </li> <li data-start="1486" data-end="1584"> <p data-start="1488" data-end="1584">Strong experience in CI/CD pipelines, SQL/NoSQL, Kafka, CloudFormation, and streaming frameworks</p> </li> <li data-start="1585" data-end="1674"> <p data-start="1587" data-end="1674">Advanced understanding of system security protocols (e.g., OAuth, IAM, TLS, encryption)</p> </li> <li data-start="1675" data-end="1759"> <p data-start="1677" data-end="1759">Leadership capability to manage and mentor teams while driving technology strategy</p> </li> </ul> <p data-start="1761" data-end="1781"><strong data-start="1761" data-end="1781">Bonus Points For</strong></p> <ul data-start="1782" data-end="2172"> <li data-start="1782" data-end="1879"> <p data-start="1784" data-end="1879">Contributions to thought leadership, mentoring, or RFPs within consultancy or tech environments</p> </li> <li data-start="1880" data-end="1958"> <p data-start="1882" data-end="1958">Hands-on experience with GitLab CI/CD, Cucumber, and Behaviour Driven Design</p> </li> <li data-start="1959" data-end="2022"> <p data-start="1961" data-end="2022">AWS Certified Solutions Architect (Associate or Professional)</p> </li> <li data-start="2023" data-end="2087"> <p data-start="2025" data-end="2087">History of delivering large-scale customer-facing applications</p> </li> <li data-start="2088" data-end="2172"> <p data-start="2090" data-end="2172">Passion for experimenting with new tools and approaches within backend engineering</p> </li> </ul> <p data-start="2174" data-end="2194"><strong data-start="2174" data-end="2192">Why Join Capco</strong></p> <ul data-start="2195" data-end="2558"> <li data-start="2195" data-end="2273"> <p data-start="2197" data-end="2273">Deliver high-impact technology solutions for Tier 1 financial institutions</p> </li> <li data-start="2274" data-end="2347"> <p data-start="2276" data-end="2347">Work in a collaborative, flat, and entrepreneurial consulting culture</p> </li> <li data-start="2348" data-end="2417"> <p data-start="2350" data-end="2417">Access continuous learning, training, and industry certifications</p> </li> <li data-start="2418" data-end="2488"> <p data-start="2420" data-end="2488">Be part of a team shaping the future of digital financial services</p> </li> <li data-start="2489" data-end="2558"> <p data-start="2491" data-end="2558">Help shape the future of digital transformation across FS &amp; Energy.</p> </li> </ul> <p data-start="2560" data-end="3748"><strong data-start="2560" data-end="2572">Benefits</strong></p> <p><strong>We offer a competitive, people-first benefits package designed to support every aspect of your life:</strong></p> <ul> <li><strong>Core Benefits:&nbsp;</strong>Discretionary bonus, competitive pension, health insurance, life insurance and critical illness cover.<strong>&nbsp;</strong></li> </ul> <ul> <li><strong>Mental Health:&nbsp;</strong>Easy access to CareFirst, Unmind, Aviva consultations, and in-house first aiders.<strong>&nbsp;</strong></li> </ul> <ul> <li><strong>Family-Friendly:&nbsp;</strong>Maternity, adoption, shared parental leave, plus paid leave for sickness, pregnancy loss, fertility treatment, menopause, and bereavement.<strong>&nbsp;</strong></li> </ul> <ul> <li><strong>Family Care:&nbsp;</strong>8 complimentary backup care sessions for emergency childcare or elder care.&nbsp;</li> </ul> <ul> <li><strong>Holiday Flexibility:&nbsp;</strong>5 weeks of annual leave with the option to buy or sell holiday days based on your needs.<strong>&nbsp;</strong></li> </ul> <ul> <li><strong>Continuous Learning:&nbsp;&nbsp;</strong>Your growth, your way - minimum 40 hours of training annually. Take your pick; workshops, certifications, e-learning. Also, Business Coach assigned from Day One: Get one-on-one guidance to fast-track your goals and accelerate your development.<strong>&nbsp;</strong></li> </ul> <ul> <li><strong>Healthcare Access:&nbsp;</strong>Convenient online GP services.<strong>&nbsp;</strong></li> </ul> <ul> <li><strong>Extra Perks:&nbsp;</strong>Gympass(Wellhub), travel insurance, Tastecard, season ticket loans, Cycle to Work, and dental insurance.</li> </ul> <p data-start="3750" data-end="4267"><strong data-start="3750" data-end="3772">Inclusion at Capco</strong><br data-start="3772" data-end="3775">We’re committed to making our recruitment process accessible and straightforward for everyone. If you need any adjustments at any stage, just let us know – we’ll be happy to help. We value each person’s unique perspective and contribution. At Capco, we believe that being yourself is your greatest strength. Our #BeYourselfAtWork culture encourages individuality and collaboration – a mindset that shapes how we work with clients and each other every day.</p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p>#LI-DNI</p>